Bhubaneswar, June 1: IPS officer Ms. Ananya Awasthi has been appointed as the Police Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to the Governor of Odisha, Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, marking a historic first for the state.
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Hon’ble Governor of Odisha, Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, has appointed IPS officer Ms. Ananya Awasthi as the Police Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to the Governor of Odisha.
— Governor Odisha (@GovernorOdisha) May 31, 2026
As Odisha’s first woman ADC to the Governor, her appointment marks a historic milestone in women’s leadership and… pic.twitter.com/F5rhIjdZHq
With this appointment, Ms. Awasthi becomes the first woman to serve as Police ADC to the Governor of Odisha, reflecting a significant milestone in women’s representation in key administrative and security roles.
The Aide-de-Camp position involves assisting the Governor in official engagements and coordinating protocol and security-related responsibilities. Her selection underscores recognition of professionalism and competence within the Indian Police Service.
Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati extended his best wishes to Ms. Awasthi, expressing confidence in her ability to discharge her duties with dedication and efficiency.
The appointment is being viewed as an encouraging step towards greater inclusion of women in leadership roles within law enforcement and governance.
